Foundations of Early Childhood Development and Behavior (27 min)

• Developmental milestones in early childhood

• Behavior as communication

• Common behavioral challenges

• Attachment and behavioral development

• Neurological development and emotional regulation

Core Principles of Positive Behavior Management (33 min)

• Behaviorism, reinforcement, and learning theory

• Positive discipline principles

• Natural vs. logical consequences

• Avoiding power struggles and punitive responses

• Preventative approaches: routines, transitions, structure

Coaching and Collaborating with Parents and Caregivers (18 min)

• Parent coaching vs. direct child intervention

• Building trust with caregivers

• Assessing caregiver stress and support systems

• Motivational interviewing techniques

• Collaborative goal-setting and problem-solving

Culturally Responsive and Family-Centered Practice (18 min)

• Diverse family values and parenting practices

• Supporting culturally and linguistically diverse caregivers

• Working with extended and multigenerational households

• Addressing bias and privilege in behavior expectations

• Tailoring strategies to cultural context and family strengths

Evidence-Based Behavior Management Models (18 min)

• Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)

• Triple P – Positive Parenting Program

• Incredible Years

• Collaborative and Proactive Solutions (CPS)

• Key components and adaptation strategies

Teaching Emotional Literacy and Regulation to Children (19 min)

• Coaching caregivers to name, validate, and respond to emotions

• Supporting emotional awareness and expression

• Use of visuals, stories, and sensory tools

• Co-regulation strategies and calming routines

• Modeling and scaffolding emotional skills

Addressing Challenging Behaviors (18 min)

• Functional behavior assessment basics

• Identifying triggers and patterns

• De-escalation and in-the-moment coaching

• Strategies for aggression, biting, hitting, defiance

• Managing tantrums and outbursts

Coaching Techniques and Parent Education Tools (18 min)

• In-session modeling and guided practice

• Video feedback and reflective discussion

• Behavior charts and visuals

• Designing home-based support plans

• Using storytelling, play, and puppets

Trauma-Informed Coaching and Behavior Support (18 min)

• Recognizing trauma responses in young children

• Creating safety and predictability

• Attachment repair and trust-building

• Avoiding retraumatization through discipline

• Coaching parents through trauma-related reactions

Special Considerations and Complex Family Dynamics (18 min)

• Coaching parents of children with autism, ADHD

• Supporting single parents, foster parents, grandparents

• Navigating parental mental health and substance use

• Addressing domestic violence, housing instability, court involvement

• Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams

Case Studies and Application (16 min)

• Real-world scenarios for clinical reasoning

• Ethical reflection and decision-making

• Application of coaching strategies in diverse contexts

Total Time

240 minutes (4 CE Hours)